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2 produkter
2 produkter
Häftad, Engelska, 2026
1 080 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
Support community wellness by implementing successful recreation programming.At its core, Leisure Program Planning and Delivery, Second Edition With Web Resource, recognizes the power of leisure to enhance the health and well-being of both individuals and the community. Students will learn how to plan and implement recreation programming in a variety of settings, culminating in the development of a programming portfolio. In addition, recreation and leisure practitioners will find this resource valuable in preparing for Certified Park and Recreation Professional certification.Much has changed in the field of leisure services since the release of the first edition. The revised and updated second edition of Leisure Program Planning and Delivery features a wealth of new content:New insights and trends on how people engage in leisure time—and how leisure affects one's sense of purposeUpdated principles regarding recreation programming—including customer service and satisfaction, diversity and inclusion, and environmental sustainabilityExpanded discussions on equitable access, facility locations, and serving marginalized communitiesInsights on key areas of leisure services, including an expanded interest in overall wellness and well-beingTechnological advancements, including online registration systems and data collection tools, used to conduct needs assessments, enhance customer service, and inform marketing, grant writing, and program improvement initiativesEssential information on risk management and on emergency planning and responseThe text is divided into four parts, covering the foundations of programming, planning preparations, program implementation, and program evaluation. In addition, the text introduces students to the 9 key areas of leisure services—sports, fitness, and well-being; aquatics; fine arts; crafts; music; hobbies; outdoors, nature, and adventure; travel and tourism; and community and enrichment activities—and the wide range of programming options and career opportunities available within this dynamic and rewarding field.Each chapter contains at least one case study; these case studies represent a variety of settings and are based on real agencies sponsoring real programs. Included online resources prepare students to apply classroom concepts to professional settings, highlighted by a semester-long project requiring students to create their own programming portfolio, building on assignments provided in each chapter of the textbook.Recreation and leisure activities play a crucial role in supporting emotional, physical, and social well-being in local communities and around the world. Leisure Program Planning and Delivery, Second Edition, prepares students to plan, implement, and evaluate these valuable programs across all areas of leisure services.
Häftad, Engelska, 2023
1 291 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
Leisure Services Management, Third Edition With HKPropel Access, outlines the essential knowledge and skills that successful managers must learn, and it assists students in building those competencies. The text prepares students for the Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) qualifying exam and for the challenges they’ll face in their future careers in commercial recreation, public agencies, and the nonprofit sector. Throughout the text, there are activities, projects, and examples to help students connect competencies to real-world situations.Leisure Services Management begins by presenting a firm foundation of competency-based management. Students will examine the scope of leisure management, management responsibilities, and how a manager can affect an agency and its customers. They will also explore specific management areas such as marketing, financial management, human resources, employee development, communication, and evaluation.For each chapter, the ancillaries offer experiential learning activities that simulate on-the-job situations. Each of these activities asks students to assume the role of a manager and address common management issues by completing a work assignment or project. These activities will facilitate student development and help students gain essential management competencies. Other learning aids include learning objectives, review questions, key terms, and a glossary to reinforce student learning.In addition to updated references that provide contemporary management perspectives, the third edition features the following: Expanded content on social media, planning, and international leisure A new chapter focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion to broaden students’ perspectives From the Field sidebars, which offer readers a glimpse of what happens in the field, so they can better understand what they will be facing in the future Leisure Services Management has related online learning activities delivered via HKPropel. These activities include flash cards and undergraduate- and graduate-level case studies for each chapter. Chapter quizzes, which are automatically graded, may be assigned by instructors to test comprehension of critical concepts. Students can also access a list of competencies tested in the CPRP exam and a competency scorecard to track their development relative to professional standards. These online resources will help students build useful knowledge and apply the information.The competency-driven approach of Leisure Services Management, Third Edition, assists readers in gaining the knowledge and practicing the skills needed to begin a career in leisure management. Bolstered by the practical information in this text, new managers can contribute to the success of their organization as they enjoy the challenges and rewards of their career.Note: A code for accessing HKPropel is included with all new print books.